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Princess Kate could be a bride in lace skirt with longest hair to date

The Princess of Wales joined senior royals including the Duchess of Edinburgh on Garter Day

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Katie Daly
Lifestyle Writer
June 16, 2025
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The Princess of Wales delighted fans when she stepped out at Windsor Castle on Monday for Garter Day.

Kate, 43, was seen wearing a gorgeous Self-Portrait ensemble comprised of a belted white boucle blazer and a pleated white skirt with a lace trim. The long-sleeved number, fit for a modern bride, was accessorised with a beautiful Sean Barrett hat.

Kate Middleton in c© Alamy Stock Photo

Ever the fan of a re-wear, Kate was last seen in the Self-Portrait ensemble in May when she made an appearance at the VE Day concert at Horse Guards Parade.

The wife of Prince William also added a pair of neutral suede heels, the 'Gianvito 105 Pumps in Bisque Suede' style by Gianvito Rossi, and carried a Strathberry clutch.

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh in pink dress beside Catherine, Princess of Wales in white dress© Getty

The pièce de résistance was Kate's beautiful jewellery. The royal added a vintage feel to her look with her '1980s Vintage 5 Strand Faux Pearl Necklace' by Susan Caplan and a matching pair of earrings.

Catherine, Princess of Wales attends the Order of the Garter service© UK Press via Getty Images

Her brunette hair looked longer than ever, styled in loose mermaid waves that tumbled down her back. The front section was pulled behind the ear to make the most of her statement pearl earrings.

William and Kate attended the Order of the Garter service© Getty

It was the first time Kate had attended the day celebrating the Order of the Garter, the oldest and most senior Order of Chivalry in Britain, with a procession and service in the grounds of Windsor Castle since 2023.

In 2023, she wore a bespoke Alessandra Rich polka-dot midi dress styled with cap-toe heels by Jennifer Chamandi and a feathered hat.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, shares a sweet moment with her daughter, Princess Charlotte, at the Trooping the Colour 2025 parade© Anadolu via Getty Images

Kate amazes in aqua

In contrast to Kate's bridal white Garter Day look, she was a vision in aquamarine on Saturday for Trooping the Colour 2025.

The royal rode in a carriage with her three children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, seven, before appearing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace wearing a structured Catherine Walker coat dress with white panelling on the collar and cuffs.

Princess Kate's updo during Trooping The Colour 2025© Samir Hussein/WireImage

Elevating her look, Kate accentuated her rose-shaped hair bun with a Juliette Millinery hat and topped off her look with a special nod to her late grandmother-in-law by wearing Queen Elizabeth’s Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings.

Prince William and Kate's look of love© Getty

The occasion also allowed for a sweet mother-daughter twinning moment as Princess Charlotte wore a tea dress in a near-identical hue.

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